At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and innovate in the Construction and Technology department, ensuring quality and success.
- Company: Dynamic further education provider in the South East.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, pension scheme, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Join a supportive environment with ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' futures while leading a passionate team.
- Qualifications: Level 3 qualification, teaching experience, and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.
Permanent | 37 Hours per Week
Location: the South East
Salary: £50,000 per annum
Start date: 2 November 2026
Are you an experienced further education curriculum leader with a background in construction and technology?
About the Role
Working with a further education provider in the South East, you'll lead the Construction and Technology department, providing operational leadership and management to a team of lecturers and support staff. You'll drive curriculum quality, student success and innovation, ensuring course provision meets the needs of learners, employers and regional stakeholders.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading, line managing and developing a team of academic and support staff.
- Overseeing curriculum quality, processes and awarding body compliance.
- Using business planning strategies to manage budgets and resource utilisation.
- Maintaining high standards of teaching, learning and assessment.
- Delivering an agreed teaching commitment within the department.
- Acting as duty manager as part of the college rota.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
- Relevant professional or trade qualification to Level 3 or above
- Substantial further education teaching experience and strong knowledge of FE quality processes
- Proven experience supervising or managing teams to drive continuous improvement
- Excellent interpersonal, leadership and data-handling skills
Desirable (but not essential):
- Teaching qualification (CertEd/PGCE/DTLLS)
- Assessor/IV awards
What We Offer
- £50,000 per annum
- TPS/LGPS pension scheme
- Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
- Comprehensive induction, probation support and ongoing CPD
- Free parking, wellbeing support and employee discount schemes
If you're ready to lead a high-performing construction and technology department, we'd love to hear from you.
CM - Construction and Technology employer: Dovetail & Slate
Dovetail and Slate is an exceptional employer for those passionate about shaping the future of skilled trades. With a strong commitment to employee development, we offer ongoing training, a supportive work culture, and generous benefits including a robust pension scheme and wellbeing initiatives. Join us in a collaborative environment where your expertise in Fabrication and Welding can truly make a difference in the lives of apprentices.
